The Quantico Enigma: A Pep Talk, a Coup, or Just Another Epstein Distraction?
Baker discusses Trump’s response to the military gathering, his announced troop deployment to Portland, and questions surrounding the Epstein files.
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Baker discusses Trump’s response to the military gathering, his announced troop deployment to Portland, and questions surrounding the Epstein files.
Russ Baker questions why Pete Hegseth summoned senior military officers to Virginia and considers several possible explanations, while emphasizing that the purpose was unclear. Baker also criticizes the House committee’s handling of Alexander Acosta’s testimony about Jeffrey Epstein’s earlier plea deal and says key questions remain.
official who summoned senior military officers to a meeting
Hegseth's version of this story ↗budget director whose comments about shutdown-related layoffs are cited
House committee chair who subpoenaed Acosta and released a deposition readout
committee member who criticized Acosta’s testimony
committee member who discussed victim statements and Acosta’s testimony
official who said he knew about Hegseth’s plan
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